The Punisher: Circle of Blood ##1
Marvel Comics • The Punisher: Circle of Blood
Writer
Steven Grant
Interior Artist
Mike Zeck
Cover Artist
Mike Zeck and John Beatty
Publication Date
January 1986
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This is the first issue of the Punisher's first-ever solo limited series. Frank Castle is imprisoned, manipulated, and ultimately recruited by a mysterious vigilante group to continue his war on crime on a much larger, systemic scale.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine wear with slight color breaking ticks, minor corner blunting, and slight surface wear along the edges, but overall good gloss and color preservation.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $30. Graded (CGC 8.0): $40 - $60.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition generally sell between $15 and $25 on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not strictly recommended for professional grading due to the cost versus return at this specific grade, unless part of a complete high-grade set of the limited series.
Notable Features
First issue of the Punisher's very first standalone limited series, establishing his iconic status and paving the way for his ongoing series.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard Marvel comics newsstand/direct markings of the mid-1980s, proper paper stock, and correct color separation typical of the period.